Purpose of sexual relationships

Question 1

How do Christians view sexual relationships?

Answer 1

• Christians view sex as a gift from God
• It is the physical expression of love to others in a committed relationship between two who have deep feelings for each other

Question 2

What is Promiscuity and how is it viewed by Christians?

Answer 2

• Promiscuity is having a number of casual sexual relationships
• Promiscuity is not acceptable as sex should only take place within marriage
• Casual sex makes it meaningless when sex is meant to be sacred and holy
• There is also concern children can be born into an environment where parents are not committed and in a deep meaning sexual relationship

Question 3

What is Chasticy and how do Christians view it?

Answer 3

• Chasticy is the promise not to have sex until marriage
• Chasticy is important to Christians as it makes the sexual act sacred and gives it a meaning
• Chasticy can be seen as unrealistic as practicing Chasticy can stop deep bonds forming as couples may not be able to express their love for each ither

Question 4

What is Celibacy and how is it viewed by Christians?

Answer 4

• Celibacy is the decision to never have a sexual relationship
• This is seen as a positive choice by Catholics as you can then dedicate your life to God

Question 5

How do Christians view procreation in the context of sexual relationships?

Answer 5

• The purpose of sex is procreation, committment ( fidelity ) in a relationship is really important for the upbringing of the children, therefore for christians sex should only happen in marriage